Laws are put in place to keep the public safe. But, some of these strange rules and regulations on the books have us scratching our heads. Did you know that chasing fish in a city park is against the law in New Orleans?

Also, a person could land in jail for up to 10 years if they steal another person's alligator? It is also illegal to tie an alligator to a fire hydrant in New Orleans.

All cited laws are real and currently in effect.

In the State of Louisiana, it is a crime for fans at a sports event to insult or disparage the players.

In New Orleans, those marching in the Mardi Gras parade are banned from throwing spears, bomb bags, insects, live or dead rodents or fish.

In Louisiana, a chef who prepares jambalaya in "the traditional manner" is excused from following the health code.

In Jefferson Parish, garbage must be freshly cooked before being fed to pigs.

In Louisiana, it is prohibited to stage a sham wrestling event.

In Terrebone Parish, it is a crime to use silly string at a parade.

In New Orleans, it is unlawful for supermarkets to "inflate or blow" meat.

In Louisiana, one could possibly land in jail for 20 years upon urinating in the city's water supply.

It is a $500 fine to instruct a pizza delivery man to deliver a pizza to your friend without them knowing.

It is illegal to rob a bank and then shoot at the bank teller with a water pistol.

If you are looking for some summer fun here are a few camps and activities to look forward to. MWR's outdoor pools, Carey on Sightseeing Road and Breezeway at 7190 Muir Street, will open the weekend before Memorial Day.

If you are looking for some summer fun here are a few camps and activities to look forward to. MWR's outdoor pools, Carey on Sightseeing Road and Breezeway at 7190 Muir Street, will open the weekend before Memorial Day.

The organization predicted 10 to 16 tropical systems, with five to nine becoming hurricanes. One to four of those hurricanes is predicted to develop into major hurricanes of Category 3 strength or above.

The organization predicted 10 to 16 tropical systems, with five to nine becoming hurricanes. One to four of those hurricanes is predicted to develop into major hurricanes of Category 3 strength or above.